A Walk in the Park

From swimming, jogging, kayaking, and swinging to viewing wildlife such as manatees and alligators – Brevard Parks offer more than just a Sunday stroll. We found some that have a little bit of everything, but don’t worry, if you don’t see something you like here, there are over 150 more to check out!

Barrier Island Sanctuary

8385 South Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach

The Barrier Island Sanctuary includes one of Brevard Park’s 4 Management and Education centers which includes an interactive exhibit room, a library, gift shop and deck which overlooks the ocean. Adjoining trails take you through the barrier island habitats where you can see a variety of mangroves, exotic plants and wild flowers.

This unique park includes miles of boardwalk that takes visitors through Florida woods and along Turkey Creek. Visitors are often lucky to see alligators, manatees, turtles and many birds in their natural habitat. Kayaking is also available through the windy creek, allowing the brave to get one-on-one with Florida nature.

Sand Point Park is 29.88 acres of family fun! The park is located on the Indian River and includes a .66 mile stationed exercise trail, a playground, and The Astronaut Memorial Plaza which commemorates the crews of the Apollo, the Challenger, and the Columbia space shuttles.

A perfect place for local gatherings, Taylor Park in Rockledge is shaded by old oak trees, and includes plenty of activities for the whole family. This is a perfect picnic spot or a great place to come play some outdoor games like Frisbee or crouqet.

A great beach destination, Cherie Down Park is a beach park with a neighborhood setting, making it a great place to bring the kids. There is even a 200 foot boardwalk along the dunes for a good afternoon stroll.

The Intracoastal Waterway Park is 8.5 acres of picture-perfect riverfront park. A great feature is a 250 foot pier scattered with benches, perfect for watching a sunset or enjoying gorgeous Indian River waterfront views.

This park truly has something for everyone, from the active outdoorsman, to those of us just looking for a relaxing day in the sun. There are several boat ramps that lead into Sykes Creek which will ultimately bring you to the Barge Canal or the Banana River. A community center offers ongoing activities, as well as a gymnasium.

This popular site for nature walks features an elevated boardwalk that travels through three different ecosystems, a nature center, and moonlight strolls. This park is listed in the State of Florida Great Birding Trail, and also is home to a variety of small animals.